Community Development Officer
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16 Nov 20264 days left
Posted
12 Nov 2026
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Job details
Established in 1992, the Plantation Human Development Trust (PHDT) is an organization trusted for excellence and committed to supporting the plantation community in enhancing their quality of life by providing sustainable development programmes through its Main Office in Colombo and seven Regional Offices in Badulla, Galle, Kandy, Kegalle, Hatton, Nuwara Eliya, and Ratnapura. We invite self-motivated, dynamic candidates to apply for the position of Community Development Officer for our regional operations in Galle.
Position Summary
Role: Community Development Officer – Galle
Institution: Plantation Human Development Trust (PHDT)
Location: Galle, Sri Lanka (Regional Office / Estate Visits Required)
Employment Type: Renewable Contract Basis
Remuneration & Benefits: Attractive remuneration package including a family medical scheme
Age Limit: Preferably below 50 years
Application Deadline: Within 10 days of the advertisement
Key Responsibilities
Mobilize the plantation community to actively participate in various social development programmes established on the plantations for the benefit of plantation workers.
Conduct regular estate visits and engage directly with resident communities within the designated region.
Candidate Qualifications & Requirements
Education: A Degree or Diploma in Sociology, Social Science, or equivalent qualifications.
Experience: Not less than 05 years of experience in mobilizing, community development, and active participation in social development programmes.
Languages & Competencies: Ability to converse in Sinhala and Tamil; ability to ride a motorcycle is an advantage.
Preferred Background: Experience in social development activities or social mobilization in the estate sector, exposure to community-based organizations, and prior working experience in the plantation sector will be distinct advantages.
Residency: Must reside in the region.
How to Apply
Send your complete resume with contact details of two non-related referees within 10 days of this advertisement via email to vacancies@phdt.lk.
Alternatively, post your application to the address below, ensuring the post applied for is clearly stated on the top left-hand corner of the envelope.
The Director General
Plantation Human Development Trust (PHDT)
No. 427/14, Robert Gunawardena Mawatha
Battaramulla, Sri Lanka
Website: www.phdt.org